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  13 Things I have learned in the year 2013 

1. Never be afraid to go after what you want. The unknown can be a scary place, but you won't ever find what your looking for if you don't search a little. 

2. People always change. Sometimes for the better, sometimes not so much. But in the end you get to decide who gets to be a part of your life and who doesn't. If the change isn't in the direction you need, then there are a billion other people in this world ready to be your friend. You just have to find them. 

3. FAMILY IS EVERYTHING! Never forget that. No matter how far away you are from them MAKE TIME. Fly home and see your grandparents, call your parents weekly (if not daily), and connect with your siblings. Life is way to short to wait around for the right moment to call or visit. Hold them dearest because no one else will ever be there for you like them. 

4. If people want you in their life they will make an effort. And if they don't (revert to number 2), then don't stress over it. So what, just always remember to stay true to yourself. 

5. Never give up on your dreams. Everyone has to start at the dirt bottom in their career. Just never lose sight of what you truly want and do your best to go after it. 

6. Spend time with your friends. You don't have to have a lot, but the few ones you have, have the time of your life with them. Go out, be young, have fun, and don't stress! Nothing is better than a girl's night out (or in) as long as you can forget about your troubles and have a blast! 

7. NEVER EVER EVER move back to the North. It is WAY too cold. And who WOULDN'T want 80 degree weather in December? 

8. Stop giving so much to people who don't want to give you the same back. Your life shouldn't revolve around someone else's decisions. Be strong enough to walk away if you aren't getting what you deserve. 

9. Remember that the past is the past and there is no going back to it. You can't change what is done, but you sure as hell can move on from it. Always remember what you have learned and don't make the same mistake again. 

10. Losing weight can really make you feel better. But remember to keep it under control. Never go to far on either sides of the line. Be happy, but be healthy. 

11. GO TO THE DOCTORS GO TO THE DOCTORS GO TO THE DOCTORS (I still have yet to do this, so clearly I need to work on this in 2014) 

12. Try not to rely so much on "the plan". Instead live life day by day. Roll with the punches because you never know what may happen. Having a plan is good, but it doesn't always pan out. So be flexible, but never settle. 

13. And when all else fails and you feel as though you have hit rock bottom. Just know you can only go up. And don't give up on yourself, because at the end of the day, you are the one in control. So keep your head up and keep on keepin on. 

It's definitely been a year of changes for me, some for the good and some for the bad. But overall I survived and I am a fighter. And I will keep on fighting for what I want and what I deserve. So come on 2014 give me your best shot. And don't forget to keep on finding your clarity. 

XOXO,

Katlin 

It's Christmas Time!

So this post is EXTREMELY over do. And I feel like a terrible person for not keeping up with this blog. Because it really does mean a lot to me. But enough apologies... let's get down to business! Since I haven't wrote to you all in a while I guess this will be a pretty long post, so I can catch up on lost time. 

My first Thanksgiving away from my family was very different. I was able to spend it with one of the only people I have in my life down here and that was nice. It was pretty simple, but it was great. After my lunch, I went Black Friday shopping. I got EVERYTHING I needed and then some. So it was a success! Aside from missing my family like CRAZY it was a pretty good day. Now to give you all the good news.... I AM GOING HOME IN JANUARY!!!! I never thought I would ever be excited to go back to the place that I despised for 21 years of my life. However it is not the place that I am excited to see it is all my family and friends!! Now I have been gliding my friend, (a super cool video sending app that you all should get FYI) and we have been discussing how it really sucks when people say they are your friends but when it comes down to it they aren't ever there. And I have a feeling that is going to happen when I get home. A lot of people have said they wanted to see me (seeing how I haven't been home in almost a year) but I think when it comes down to it they won't show their faces, which is fine because whether I see them or not it is irrelevant because my entire point of going home is to see my sick family members. But anyways I am super excited to get back to everyone and everything I am used to! 

Christmas is now 17 days away and I am pretty pumped about it, because let's be honest Christmas is by far the best holiday ever! And of course in Disney fashion they always have the best Christmas EVERYTHING! I was lucky enough to attend the filming for the parade they host every year. And to my surprise Ne-Yo showed up and performed! I literally was acting like a small child but I don't care because it was FREAKIN NE-YO! It was seriously one of the best days I had in awhile. Lately I have been going in and out of my emotions. I can't really tell how I feel. And I think it is because I am sad, but then how can I be with Christmas on it's way? So I just push away all the things that are bothering me for now. And maybe that is a good thing. Maybe I need this holiday cheer to distract me for a little while. Because a lot of aspects in my life are becoming overwhelming. And there are certain things that I am not sure what my next move is going to be. I just don't know what to do... And ya know that is okay. Because sometimes the best thing to do is nothing. Until you can truly make the right choice. All I know is big changes are ahead for me in this upcoming year. I am not sure where I am going to end up. But I think this is my year. I think that something huge is going to happen for me, I just need to wait. And enjoy all this Christmas cheer! 

I am sorry that it has taken this long to update you are. And I really hope that it never takes this long again. I just kinda lost my thoughts and my ambition to write for awhile.... but I promise these post are just going to get better and better from now on! I hope everyone has a perfect holiday and gets to spend lots of quality time with the ones they love. And don't forget to find your clarity, I know I will keep looking for mine. Until next time....

XOXO 
Katlin